Clarkson Potter Publishers</br></br>Product Description</br></br>Perhaps more responsible than anyone for the revolution in the way we eat?? cook?? and think about food?? Alice Waters has ??single-handedly chang[ed] the American palate?? according to the <i>New York Times</i>. Her simple but inventive dishes focus on a passion for flavor and a reverence for locally produced?? seasonal foods.<br><br>With an essential repertoire of timeless?? approachable recipes chosen to "and showcase great ingredients?? <i>The Art of Simple Food</i> is<i> </i>an indispensable resource for home cooks. Here you will find Alice??s philosophy on everything from stocking your kitchen?? to mastering fundamentals and preparing delicious?? seasonal inspired meals all year long. Always true to her philosophy that a perfect meal is one that??s balanced in texture?? color?? and flavor?? Waters helps us embrace the seasons?? bounty and make the best choices when selecting ingredients. Fill your market basket with pristine produce?? healthful grains?? and responsibly raised meat?? poultry?? and seafood?? then embark on a voyage of culinary rediscovery that reminds us that the most gratifying dish is often the least complex.</br></br>Amazon.com Review</br></br>Do we really need more recipes for beef stew?? polenta?? and ratatouille? If they're the work of famed restaurateur and "lice Waters?? undoubtedly. In <i>The Art of Simple Food</i>?? Waters offers 200-plus recipes for these and other simple but savory dishes?? like Spicy Cauliflower Soup?? Fava Bean Pur?e?? and Braised Chicken Legs?? as well as dessert formulas for the likes of Nectarine and Blueberry Crisp and Tangerine Ice. In addition?? readers learn (or